Historic George Town

George Town
Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious aspects
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views and a castle
Kapitan Keling Mosque showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque featuring a mosque

Popular places to visit

Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(36 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(14 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Penang City Hall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Penang City Hall
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Kapitan Keling Mosque

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Chinatown with a visit to Kapitan Keling Mosque. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Kapitan Keling Mosque
Fort Cornwallis featuring heritage architecture and signage as well as a couple

Fort Cornwallis

3.5/5(21 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Fort Cornwallis. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Fort Cornwallis
Penang State Museum showing heritage architecture

Penang State Museum

You can study the exhibits at Penang State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to George Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Penang State Museum
Stone decorations of Khoo Kongsi headquarters in Georgetown, Penang #InStone

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Learn about the local history of George Town with a stop at Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

Historic George Town Hotel Deals

The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang
4.5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town
The price is AED 464 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
AED 464
AED 512 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (472 reviews)
Good but not excellent
"It's one of the newest hotels in Georgetown so we decided to give this a try. Pros: Attentive service staff Cons: It's quite an open concept with a small lobby Toilet in the West Wing was choked (probably due to public access) There were no clear instructions on pool access and we had to come down ..."

Reviewed on 31 December 2024

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 102 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
AED 102
AED 121 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Book a stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I think there are better options.."

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 230 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 230
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"The hotel is very well place for those wishing to explore the city. Little India and Chinatown are fairly close and that's a relief as there are no alcohol sales in the hotel for thirsty guests. This is not mentioned on any site to our knowledge. The rooms are fine, the wifi powerful, and the value ..."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Royale Chulan Penang
Victoria Garden Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Pulau Pinang
The price is AED 207 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
AED 207
AED 237 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (133 reviews)
"Beautiful view"

Reviewed on 29 December 2024

Victoria Garden Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 628 per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
AED 628
AED 689 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (243 reviews)
"We absolutely loved Seven Terraces. It’s close to everything and has such a great vibe. The staff were so kind and friendly and the rooms are magnificent. We will be recommending it to everyone and can’t wait to come back and stay here again!!!!"

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

Seven Terraces Hotel
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Mclane Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
17 Lorong Pasar, George Town, Pulau Pinang
The price is AED 140 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
AED 140
AED 161 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 3-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
"Located at the heart of George Town."

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

Mclane Boutique Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Historic George Town

The photo was taken from Chew Jetty in George Town, Penang. In the background you will see the Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple. #Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple #Penang #Temple #Malaysia

Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Kapitan Keling Mosque.

Clan Jetty
Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town
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Pulau Tikus

Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza.

Pulau Tikus
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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Gelugor
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Taman Happy Valley

Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill.

Taman Happy Valley
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(26 area reviews)

Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Batu Ferringhi Beach and Penang Avatar Secret Garden, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tanjung Tokong.

Tanjung Bungah

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